Van Baren Foundation
Invitation OnlyBeecher, Illinois · EIN 36-7366489 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$9,031
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$20
Total assets$111K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $8 and $1,587.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faith United Reformed Church | Beecher, IL | Unresticted - religious | $7,311 |
| Bethel Orthodox Presbyterian Church | Fremont, MI | Unrestricted - religious | $1,587 |
| Elim Christian Services | Crestwood, IL | Unrestricted - education | $100 |
| Christ the King Orthodox Presbyterian Church | Naples, FL | Unrestricted - religious | $20 |
| Crete Protestant Reformed Church | Crete, IL | Unrestricted -religious | $8 |
| Community United Reformed Church | Schererville, IN | Religious - unrestricted | $5 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,031 | 6 |
| 2024 | $4,614 | 9 |
| 2023 | $4,819 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641179349101954
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-7366489
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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